This amazing historic home was built in 1745, with an original land grant to William Penn. Nestled on over an acre of land, the home has been thoughtfully remodeled and restored, perfectly combining old and new. The modernized, gourmet 34 handle kitchen features stainless appliances, has excellent storage and a full-sized eat in area. Off the kitchen you will find the family room, which showcases a gorgeous stone, wood burning fireplace. The elegant dining room with built ins will be a perfect place to host dinner guests. The living room boasts built ins and an original fireplace. Going up to the second floor, you'll find four generous sized bedrooms. The master bedroom has a private walk out deck and two-story dressing room. The fifth bedroom, located on the third floor, is oversized, with lots of storage and is perfect for a studio or guest room. The deep windowsills, wide wood plank and natural stone speak to a bygone age. The basement is fully finished with ample storage, an original bake oven fireplace, and a workshop. The root cellar has been converted to a wine cellar that can be used year-round. The in-ground pool has brand new fencing and is very private but easily accessible from the yard. Additionally, there is a newly renovated, oversized, two car garage with brand new roof and siding. A lovely mix of old and new. A true Pennsylvania stone house, very rarely seen or for sale in this area. This is a must-see home offering the new owner a forgotten charm and architecture that most can only dream of. Call today to make your showing appointment. Welcome Home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1745Year Built
1.18 acresLot Size
$165Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Chris Smith• Daryl Tillman Realty Group
•610-985-0224 (broker)
Bought with Justin Horst• Pagoda Realty ERA Powered
Absolutely amazing historic home. Home was built with original land grant to William Penn. Original home built in 1742. Next section built in 1855. Roof was replaced in 2006. Air conditioning added in 1999. Home has been thoughtfully remodeled and restored. A beautifully updated and remodeled property to fit into day's lifestyle. Spacious rooms throughout with an easy flow. Lots of closet space. Great modernized kitchen with excellent storage and a full sized eating area for table and chairs. Kitchen opens to the family room which showcases a gorgeous stone wood burning fireplace. There is an original fireplace in the LR, a third in an upstairs bedroom and a bake oven in the the basement. Fifth bedroom is super sized, with lots of storage and is perfect for a studio or guest room. The rooms are sunny and bright. Most of the windows have been replaced. The deep sills and natural stone speak to a bygone age. The perfect addition is seen by converting the root cellar to a wine cellar that is used year round. The inground pool is fenced and very private but easily accessible from the yard. A lovely mix of old and new. A true Pennsylvania stone house, very rarely seen or for sale in this area. This is a must see home offering the new owner a forgotten charm and architecture that most can only dream of. Please do not drive up the private drive way. Call today to make your showing appointment. Welcome Home!
Public Records
Oct 10, 2002
Sold
$119,900
$34/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 3, 1997
Sold
$200,000
$56/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,205
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2025
$11,205 (+4.6%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2024
$10,708 (+2.7%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2023
$10,429 (+1.1%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2022
$10,311 (+1.2%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2021
$10,194
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2020
$10,194 (+1.2%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2019
$10,077 (+1.2%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2018
$9,959 (+1.9%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2017
$9,774 (+6.0%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2015
$9,222 (+4.5%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2014
$8,823 (+2.2%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2013
$8,635 (+3.5%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2012
$8,345 (+1.4%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2011
$8,227 (+3.2%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2010
$7,969
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
Tax history for 521 Elsie St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,205
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2025
$11,205 (+4.6%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2024
$10,708 (+2.7%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2023
$10,429 (+1.1%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2022
$10,311 (+1.2%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2021
$10,194
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2020
$10,194 (+1.2%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2019
$10,077 (+1.2%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2018
$9,959 (+1.9%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2017
$9,774 (+6.0%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2015
$9,222 (+4.5%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2014
$8,823 (+2.2%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2013
$8,635 (+3.5%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2012
$8,345 (+1.4%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2011
$8,227 (+3.2%)
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
2010
$7,969
$97,300 + $137,600
$234,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.18 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,573
Year built
1745
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
77439619508153
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
R-1
Residence District
It is the purpose of this district to provide for the maintenance of predominantly single-family detached residential areas at densities of development similar to what now exist.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Detached Garage, Off Street, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $137,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Pool Information
Personal Pool
In Ground
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $97,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,573
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,677
County Tax: $1,799
School Tax: $6,718
Tax Assessed Value: $234,900
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $10,194
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: From Penn Street, turn onto S 5th Street. Continue onto Museum Rd for two miles. Turn left onto Elsie St. Destination will be on the left
Municipality: SHILLINGTON BORO
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,573
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.18 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1745
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 77439619508153
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cumru El School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
Governor Mifflin Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
4/10
Governor Mifflin Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Shillington, PA • 19607
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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67
47
54
39
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27
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$561,000 – $678,000
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